Collection Tin Coordinator

This role will be fully supported by our Community Fundraising Manager, Jess, so please do get in touch if you’ve got any questions on 020 8782 1171 or joshua@raysofsunshine.org.uk

Why do we need your support?

Rays of Sunshine brightens the lives of seriously and terminally ill children aged 3 to 18 years old and their families across the UK.

Our work includes:

Granting wishes, which can be as unique as the children themselves – from being a princess or a fireman for the day to a trip to Disneyland

Working with children’s hospitals and hospices to host activity days and grant Hospital Ward Wishes (e.g. installing play areas and sensory rooms)

Organising large-scale outings and events including an annual concert which in 2016 was at The SSE Arena, Wembley

Your role:

As a Collection Tin Co-ordinator, you will support our fundraising team to raise awareness and vital funds by placing and managing collection boxes within your local community.

What will I be doing?

Speaking with business owners and store managers to gain permission to place a collection tin in their business

Placing collecting tins in local shops, pubs, cafés and businesses such as hairdressers

After boxes are placed, return on a regular basis to check if the boxes are full

When collection boxes are full you’ll be responsible for counting and banking donations as well as completing the necessary paperwork.

You’ll need to make sure you count the donations with a friend, family member or colleague present to act as a witness

Report any stolen boxes to Kirsty

Spotting potential for further fundraising in your local area and letting Kirsty know such as local businesses who are looking for their next charity partner

What skills and attributes do I need?

Ability to build rapport with business owners and their staff to gain permission to place the collection tin

Good organisational and communication skills

Ability to work on your own initiative

Good numeracy skills and attention to detail

Basic computer skills such as Microsoft excel, email and the internet

Good knowledge of your local area

How much time do I need to commit?

We would ask that you try to place a minimum of 10 boxes per year

We expect each box to need to be emptied approximately every 3 months

What support will I be given?

An induction to help you understand more about our work and your role

Regular contact with Kirsty who will help make sure you’ve always got everything you need

You’ll be provided with collection boxes, re-seal labels and paperwork

You will receive a volunteer badge and authorisation letter

Where will I be based?

Most of your work will involve being out and about representing Rays of Sunshine in your local community. You will need to empty and count the collection boxes in a safe location such as your house or office.